- Must visit
Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens
Major art museum on the St. Johns River with European and American collections, rotating exhibitions, and historic riverfront gardens.
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 23 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
534 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pensacola, FL to Jacksonville, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pensacola, FL to Jacksonville, FL will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 2 buses that leave Pensacola, FL for Jacksonville, FL on Mon, Jun 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 15 the direct buses cover the 534 km distance in an average of 9 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
On Mon, Jun 15 the slowest buses will take 9 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pensacola, FL to Jacksonville, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $71. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $71, and a flight costs an average of $240.
Distance: 331 miles (534 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$93 Average price Cheapest | $416 Average price | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 56m Average total duration 8h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration Fastest 6h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pensacola, FL to Jacksonville, FL:
A bus is $324 (€263) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pensacola, FL to Jacksonville, FL costing on average $416 (€338).
Other travel options to Jacksonville, FL take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 26m.
You'll arrive about -4h -29m sooner (8h 26m by bus vs 4h 57m by car) and save roughly $-18.84 (€-15.29) compared to fuel and tolls ($93 (€75) vs $74 (€60)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $82 |
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Buses from Pensacola, FL to Jacksonville, FL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $71 (€57) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:40, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 331 miles (534 km) distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 331 miles (534 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€57) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 30m |
First bus 5:40 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Major art museum on the St. Johns River with European and American collections, rotating exhibitions, and historic riverfront gardens.
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Downtown contemporary art museum affiliated with the University of North Florida, known for rotating exhibitions and modern works.
Scenic pedestrian promenade along both sides of the St. Johns River with skyline views, bridges, and photo spots.
Beloved historic neighborhood known for walkable streets, preserved homes, parks, and a strong local character.
The city's best-known beach area, popular for ocean views, boardwalk atmosphere, sunrise walks, and social media content.
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Beloved casual brunch and breakfast spot serving Southern-style biscuits, fried chicken biscuits, and hearty comfort food in a friendly setting.
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Moderate by U.S. standards. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels vary by season and area.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, USD 2-5 for hotel staff, and 10-15% for taxis if no service fee is added.
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